French fresh-food retailer Grand Frais is accelerating its national expansion with the opening of more than ten new stores, many located in former premises once occupied by major furniture and home-improvement chains. The move forms part of a wider growth strategy following turnover of €4.5 billion in 2024, representing a year-on-year increase of 15%.
© Hcazenave | Dreamstime
By the end of 2025, the chain will operate 329 stores, with ambitions to double that number over the coming years at a pace of around twenty openings annually. Three of the latest stores have opened in the Île-de-France region, including Andilly, Villejust and La Queue-en-Brie, often by repurposing vacant commercial sites previously used by brands such as Castorama.
Additional openings have taken place across the south-east and south-west of France, including Gap, Vallauris, Cholet, Montussan and Rivesaltes, reinforcing Grand Frais' presence in strategic regions. Some locations occupy former Decathlon sites, reflecting a rapid and cost-efficient rollout model.
The retailer's success is driven by its covered-market concept, combining independent traders under one roof and focusing on fresh produce, quality presentation and competitive pricing. The company aims to become the leading specialist food retailer in France.
Source: www.maison-travaux.fr
